NBA Daily: That’s Not How We Wanted It

The NBA Finals were fun to watch, but with the massive injuries and a missed opportunity on a star-studded matchup, Matt John explains why this series could have been so much more.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The History of Sacrificial Lambs

DeMar DeRozan is the latest in a long line of players traded before their team took a step up to the next level, writes Matt John.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Finals Prove That Draft Success Comes From Everywhere, Not Just The Top

Is the majority of value in the draft found in the top picks? You don’t have to look any further than this year’s NBA Finals for proof that teams can succeed without high-end lottery selections, writes Drew Maresca.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Why Going All In Is A Must

Several teams this season proved that going all in, as risky as it is, is worth trying, writes Matt John.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: VanVleet Fueling Awakened Raptors Bench

Since the birth of his first child, Fred VanVleet has returned to form and paced Toronto’s second unit with his sharp shooting and unselfishness, which will be key in the NBA Finals.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The Playoff Domino Effect

This year’s NBA playoffs have been spectacular, however, the outcome of some of these series may have a huge and sweeping impact on this summer’s epic free agent class. Steve Kyler takes a look at some of the situations and who they could impact in this summer’s free agency.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Are These the Same Old Raptors?

Despite trading for Kawhi Leonard and putting together a great regular season, the Raptors are struggling once again in the playoffs, writes Shane Rhodes.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: One Question For Each Game One Loser

After losing their first game in the conference semis, the Sixers, Bucks and Rockets all have a question that they need to answer if they are to survive their current matchup.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Eastern Conference Second Round X-Factors

In the crushingly competitive Eastern Conference, there are four potential x-factors that could ultimately swing the series.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021